Betts Spring, Spraydown USA partner for spray supression solution
The newly-developed integrated spray suppression solution combines Spraydown USA’s Spraydown Aero Guard mud-flap system with Betts’ DirectFlex mud guard hanging system. The DirectFlex2 Flexible Hanger System Featuring Spraydown Aero Guard System replaces typical mud flap/bracket components with a combined system that substantially reduces the risk of guard loss due to curb pinch, landing gear entanglement or other such abuse.
Drivetrains and fleet fuel economy, driveability
Drivetrain specifications have a significant impact on fuel economy and on driveability.
Wheels & wheel ends
Safe operation requires thorough examination of wheels and attaching hardware, at frequent intervals, both on and off the vehicle.
Old Dominion wins Top Green Shop award
Old Dominion Freight Line Inc. takes top honors in green shop contest sponsored by Fleet Equipment and Citgo Petroleum Corp
Every shop needs it
Maintenance software provides numerous advantages to better manage equipment repairs and service—and track trends
Continental introduces wide-base trailer tire
Continental Tire North America Inc. (CTNA) is now offering its first solution for both weight and fuel savings with the introduction of a wide-base trailer tire. Designed for significant weight savings and fuel efficiency, the HTL1 (heavy trailer long-haul) is a super single tire that replaces duals on highway or regional trailer axle fitments, the tire maker said.
Solid Link
Marten Transport’s equipment and maintenance programs are helping the carrier improve its supply chain services for customers
Continental introduces new long mileage HDL2 DL drive tire
Continental Tire North America Inc. (CTNA) has released its newest over-the-highway long haul drive tire, the HDL2 DL (Heavy Drive Long-Haul Deep Lug). This tire meets today’s long-haul truck driver’s needs for maximum removal mileage while offering attractive wear characteristics, said Clif Armstrong, director of marketing for CTNA – The Americas. The tire is produced in Continental’s Mount Vernon, Ill. plant and features its deepest truck tire tread offering at 32/32-in. depth.
Take the long view
How things change! A few, short months ago, who could have predicted the economic situation we find ourselves in today?
Productivity:Trailer & body liftgate
Spec’ the right liftgates for the job and maintain them properly for best performance